Associate Veterinarian - Pet Care Veterinary Hospital

Ready to practice veterinary medicine where the ocean meets opportunity?

At Pet Care Veterinary Hospital in vibrant Virginia Beach, VA, you’ll find more than a career…you’ll find a lifestyle. Our coastal city proves the West Coast doesn’t have all the fun— from annual surfing competitions and dolphin‑spotting kayak tours to sunrise runs on the boardwalk, Virginia Beach brings energy and excitement year‑round. Here, you’ll join a passionate, progressive team that treats everything from cats and dogs to exotics and avian species— giving you the chance to grow your skills while enjoying life by the sea.

Come on board as our next Associate Veterinarian.

• New Building! – We can’t wait; our new building is under construction and we are officially moving in Fall 2025.
• Mentorship Matters – We value mentorship, consistent training, and real‑time feedback and believe supporting our team members makes the biggest impact. Whether you need mentorship or aspire to be a mentor, we are here for you.
• We Support Each Other’s Lives – Sure, we all have schedules—but we work together to adjust for personal events and time away when life calls. Our doctors have been with us an average of 10+ years and we show up for each other.
• Nothing But The Best! – An AAHA‑accredited, full‑service hospital equipped for advanced surgeries, diagnostics, and the comprehensive care.
• Work With Exotics – At our hospital, every day brings something new — from cats and dogs to birds and exotic pets, you’ll get hands‑on experience with a wide variety of species and cases that keep your skills sharp and your work exciting.

• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative and supportive team member who loves sharing knowledge.
• Flexible and able to pivot and adapt as needed.
• A US Licensed DVM or DVM equivalent.

• Generous CE Allowance + access to Encore Performance Academy trainings.
• Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Pet Benefits, 401(k) with up to a 5% match.
• Paid parental leave and holiday pay.
• Professional dues coverage + student loan assistance.
• New grads welcome! Our onsite mentorship program and Encore’s Mentorcore platform set you up for success.
• Local leadership, medical autonomy, and the backing of Encore Vet Group, a supportive network of 55 veterinarian‑led practices who keeps it real and supports practices achieve their own unique goals.

Our base salary range is from $130k‑$160k (or higher) based on experience and production capabilities. We have pro‑sal and salary options and we’re open to offering a sign‑on bonus or relocation package. We can be creative with your total compensation package so that you get the things you need to be able to come join us!

Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special?

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